1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1985 Subaru XT
To start off, 1985 Subaru XT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alpine A 310 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru XT weights approximately 150 kg more than 1981 Alpine A 310.
Because 1985 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru XT. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alpine A 310 | 1985 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Alpine | Subaru |
| Model | A 310 | XT |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
